Pretrial Services Supervision Officer Job Cleveland area,Ohio USA,Government

Pretrial Services Supervision Officer POSITION SUMMARY

The Pretrial Supervision Officer conducts case management of pretrial non-financial release with the major emphasis placed upon high-risk cases and/or those persons diverted from traditional case processing. Cases are reviewed to ensure that the individual is complying with release requirements and that they are aware of future court dates. Duties include working cooperatively with the team and other agencies to support and advance the mission of Pretrial Services.

ESSENTIAL

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reviews conditions of release/diversion with clients granted release or diversion.

Manages individual caseload and maintains and monitors all conditions and reporting requirements.

Determines level of risk; reviews all assigned cases.

Provides community services referral information to clients; makes appropriate referrals.

Reports to Court non-compliance of condition of release or diversion.

Takes appropriate action for defendants who fail to appear.

Prepares, distributes, and presents information to the Court involved specialized cases.

Conduct investigations, including interviews, and document thorough and accurate information.

Provides individuals with guidance and counseling to alleviate problems which can lead to failure to appear.

Prepares and presents completed bail report with release eligibility recommendation to the court. Participates in court arraignment hearings.

Verifies defendants’ current bond status and provides current bond status updates to the Sherriff’s Office and Clerk of Courts Office.

Helps to coordinate overall pre-arraignment activities for the assigned shift.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned this classification. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties to be performed. Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS,

SKILLS and ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive pretrial information.
Ability to participate in a teamwork atmosphere.
Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, defendants, judges, Sheriff’s Office staff, and Clerk’s Office staff.
Ability to learn and utilize various computer systems utilized by Pretrial Services
Ability to operate standard office equipment including computer, copier, calculator, and fax machine.
Ability to exercise good judgment, tact and diplomacy.
Good problem-solving skills.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

A Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Psychology, Sociology, or a related field. One-year pretrial experience preferred. Must be willing and able to become LEADS certified.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position may involve controlled exposure to intoxicated, belligerent, or potentially violent offenders in court or a community agency environment.…